Family Devotion 1: Reflecting Jesus' Light

Theme: Reflecting Christ's Glory

Activity Time: During dinner or snack time

Supplies Needed: A flashlight or a small mirror

Devotion:Introduction: Begin by turning off the lights and turning on a flashlight or using a mirror to reflect light. Explain how just like the flashlight or mirror reflects light, we are called to reflect Jesus' light to others.

Discussion: Ask the kids, "How can we show Jesus' love to our friends and family?" Encourage them to share simple ways they can be kind and helpful.

Bible Verse: Share Matthew 5:16, "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."

Prayer: Pray together, asking God to help each family member reflect His love and light to others.Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to think of one specific way they can reflect Jesus' light this week and share it with the family.

Family Devotion 2: Grace and Mercy

Theme: Understanding Grace and Mercy

Activity Time: During a car ride or walk

Supplies Needed: None

Devotion:Introduction: Explain that grace is getting something good we don't deserve, and mercy is not getting a punishment we do deserve.

Discussion: Ask, "Can you think of a time when someone showed you grace or mercy?" Share a personal story if needed.

Bible Verse: Share Ephesians 2:8, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God."

Prayer: Pray together, thanking God for His grace and mercy in your lives.Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to show grace and mercy to each other throughout the week, and celebrate when they do.

Family Devotion 3: We Are One in Christ

Theme: Unity in Christ

Activity Time: During family game night

Supplies Needed: A puzzle or building blocks

Devotion:Introduction: Work together to complete a puzzle or build something with blocks. Explain how each piece is important, just like each person is important in God's family.

Discussion: Ask, "How can we work together as a family to show God's love?"

Bible Verse: Share Galatians 3:28, "There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."

Prayer: Pray together, asking God to help your family work together in unity and love.Parenting Tip: Highlight the importance of each family member's role and encourage teamwork in daily activities.

Family Devotion 4: New Life in Christ

Theme: New Creation in Christ

Activity Time: During breakfast or morning routine

Supplies Needed: A piece of paper and crayons or markers

Devotion:Introduction: Have each child draw a picture of a butterfly. Explain how just like a caterpillar becomes a butterfly, we become new creations in Christ.

Discussion: Ask, "What does it mean to be a new creation in Jesus?"

Bible Verse: Share 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"

Prayer: Pray together, thanking God for making us new in Jesus.Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to think about how they can live as new creations each day.

Family Devotion 5: Walking in Faith

Theme: Living by Faith

Activity Time: During a family walk or outdoor playtime

Supplies Needed: None

Devotion:Introduction: As you walk, talk about how walking with Jesus means trusting Him every step of the way.

Discussion: Ask, "What are some things we can trust God with in our lives?"

Bible Verse: Share Hebrews 11:1, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."

Prayer: Pray together, asking God to help your family walk in faith and trust Him in all things.Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to share their hopes and prayers, and remind them that God is always with them.